Volunteers helping to transform the lives of children in need through education
It can take as little as an hour a week of someone’s time to help a child succeed at school – and for thousands of disadvantaged children across Australia, that little bit of time makes all the difference.
Educational achievements of young Indigenous leaders recognised
The educational achievements of 56 of Australia’s future Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders were celebrated on the weekend at The Smith Family’s (IYLP) Indigenous Youth Leadership Program graduation ceremony held in Darwin.
Smith Family report finds new evidence to help children at risk of leaving school early
Groundbreaking research by children’s education charity The Smith Family has shown school attendance rates in Year 7 can predict students at risk of not completing Year 12.
NAIDOC 2018: Making the most of your education
Schools in remote communities need better resources but having a good education also comes down to how much you're willing to put in, writes Year 11 student Keeley Waterbury.
The Smith Family awarded for its innovation
The Smith Family is honoured to be recognised for the second year running as one of Australia and New Zealand’s most innovative companies in the 2019 AFR Most Innovative Companies List.
Major report paints bleak picture of education outcomes for disadvantaged young Australians
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The Smith Family urges last minute donations as winter appeal experiences $800,000 shortfall
Read our media releases: The Smith Family urges last minute donations as winter appeal experiences $800,000 shortfall
Almost one in two Australians believe ‘education’ key to break poverty cycle
Read our media releases: Almost one in two Australians believe ‘education’ key to break poverty cycle
The Smith Family forced to extend Christmas Appeal
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The Smith Family welcomes $1.5 billion family funding boost
Read our media releases: The Smith Family welcomes $1.5 billion family funding boost